Two days before the Saints take the field at the Superdome, crowds will file into Champions Square Friday to celebrate with a purpose as part of Gleason Gras.The annual celebration is now in its third year. It aims to raise awareness about ALS, a disease that former Saint Steve Gleason is living with.The celebration will feature live music, food from restaurants from all across New Orleans, drinks and even a costume contest and Mohawk contest.General admission is free. The Bud Light Tailgate Zone is $75. The Club XLIV Vip Zone tickets are $300 for adults and $100 for children under 12.Gleason Gras starts at 4 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m.To see a complete list of musical performances and get more information on the event, go to http://gleasongras.org/.WDSU is a proud sponsor of this year's Gleason Gras.

NEW ORLEANS —

Two days before the Saints take the field at the Superdome, crowds will file into Champions Square Friday to celebrate with a purpose as part of Gleason Gras.

The annual celebration is now in its third year. It aims to raise awareness about ALS, a disease that former Saint Steve Gleason is living with.

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The celebration will feature live music, food from restaurants from all across New Orleans, drinks and even a costume contest and Mohawk contest.

General admission is free. The Bud Light Tailgate Zone is $75. The Club XLIV Vip Zone tickets are $300 for adults and $100 for children under 12.

Gleason Gras starts at 4 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m.

To see a complete list of musical performances and get more information on the event, go to http://gleasongras.org/.